One link?

TRDV · 03-27-2004, 03:12 AM

Well, I have retired my truck and am now in the design phase of my new rig.

I have been running a simple one link with panhard setup with my airbags.
I have liked the setup so far, it is reliable, and I love the full skid plate under my drivelines.

There hasn't been much on it here, so I just want to know what you guys think about it.

Flame on

Starslope · 03-27-2004, 05:46 AM

I think a picture would help

Benny · 03-27-2004, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Starslope
I think a picture would help

wuzabronco · 03-27-2004, 09:13 AM

I think he's talking about this style;

Search for "grader ball", "trailer ball", "wishbone", you should find some threads.

TRDV · 03-27-2004, 01:04 PM

Yes similar to that, I have searched and I have found a couple threads I would just likes some opinions.

ZAG · 03-27-2004, 04:15 PM

i have one link, and i love it

total protection to drivedrain and you can slide over rocks

maybe litle heavy

White Goat · 03-27-2004, 05:57 PM

any pics of the ball hitch thingy?

BRB · 03-27-2004, 06:17 PM

look at rockware.com . those guys run this and it seems to work well. terry howe is another colo springs guy who ran that setup in comps and did well with it.....hth

TRDV · 03-27-2004, 06:39 PM

Zag, what are you using for the joints? any close ups?

Mine is are radius arm bushings and they seem to be holding up well.

braxton357 · 03-27-2004, 07:42 PM

Looks like that thing would have some massive AS? Have any more pics of yours ZAG?

Also, you might want to try searching for "trailer hitch" or "trailer ball" suspensions.

ZAG · 03-28-2004, 03:54 AM

close up from the big uniball. its from very big hydram

here is some build up and other shiAT PICS.

just click the links under word KUVIA.

http://www.phnet.fi/public/mika.jussilainen/g-69.htm

PoopHead · 04-11-2004, 01:02 AM

Anyone else using this? I'm curious now...

mj · 04-11-2004, 01:41 PM

I am building 2 rigs using that rear suspension and live just down the road as bit from you

Danger Ranger · 04-11-2004, 01:56 PM

I don't have any input about this type of suspension...

just gotta say this pic is too fawkin wackyfunnyweirdlookin

YeeP · 04-11-2004, 03:07 PM

How is this only one link? I can count a least three link hookups on Zag's rear axle, not including the panhard. I know there is only one link at the frame also, so

.... The way you orriginally explained this, it sounded like there was only one link at the axle, which I dont even see that kind of vehicle being able to move.....

The only drawback I see is all of your rotational forces applied by the axle to the arm(s) (pinion moving upward or downward) is placed in to one bolt.... Better be a bad ass bolt. It also looks like it would be way out of controll and not stable.. (looks like it)

Ryan

ZAG · 04-11-2004, 03:26 PM

unimogs have same system.......torgue tube + panhar

this kind of suspension is pretty common here in scandinavian

PoopHead · 04-11-2004, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by mj
I am building 2 rigs using that rear suspension and live just down the road as bit from you

Serious? Well why didnt you say so! Where abouts? I wanna see!

Rob

send me an email if you want

rob@coastalcreations.ca

yager · 04-12-2004, 08:21 AM

I had a similer set up on a suspension i was testing out on my zuke buggy, it kida all broke up due to not using heavy enough material, ( i was slamming it hard) but it worked great. I love the full skid setup on the drive line... I was using a large JJ on the front of the triangle...

I had even contemplated a simple rear steer using some hydrolics on/as the track bar, it didnt take much track arm length change to give noticeable steering input...

good luck, build it strong...

mj · 04-12-2004, 08:52 AM

when there is something worth seeing I will email ya then
is your truck the "used to be a 4runner"?

Whizzy · 04-12-2004, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by mj
when there is something worth seeing I will email ya then
is your truck the "used to be a 4runner"?

His would be this one. (But mine is alot nicer. His is a bit rough)

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showt...hreadid=239956

houlster · 04-12-2004, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by BRB
look at rockware.com .

Earth Science software???

sceep · 04-12-2004, 10:01 AM

Why don't i get it?

how does this thing locate the axle well enought too keep the axle inline with the body, with that front pivot?

seems like it would walk , like a leaf spring with a busted centerpin.

I love the protection factor, but i just dont get it.

fledgling666 · 04-12-2004, 10:48 AM

only way it would walk is if it could move side to side- can't with a panhard.

thought about using this suspension, but mine will remain a daily driver, at least for a while and it is just too iffy for me, would definitely like to see more people using it to get more input on it for future reference.

sceep · 04-12-2004, 10:51 AM

edit: nevermind..

amazing what a quick cad sketch will hlp you figure out.

Whizzy · 04-12-2004, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by fledgling666
would definitely like to see more people using it to get more input on it for future reference.

Thats what I am thinking.
4 link seems to be the tried tested and true link system so maybe I will do that.

03-27-2004, 03:12 AM	#1
TRDV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Member # 18149 Location: Abbotsford B.C. Canada Posts: 255	One link? Well, I have retired my truck and am now in the design phase of my new rig. I have been running a simple one link with panhard setup with my airbags. I have liked the setup so far, it is reliable, and I love the full skid plate under my drivelines. There hasn't been much on it here, so I just want to know what you guys think about it. Flame on Last edited by TRDV; 03-27-2004 at 03:14 AM.

03-27-2004, 05:46 AM	#2
Starslope Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Member # 18910 Location: Sweden Posts: 1,112	I think a picture would help __________________ [list][][b][URL=http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=135378]Comp. rig:[/URL][/b] Suzuki 410 -85 Olds496cui/TH400/NP205/1350s/D60 front/D60-70 hybrid rear/44x18,5x16,5 [][b][URL=http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=144719]Trail rig:[/URL][/b] Buggy RR215cui/BW55/410/1310s/410 4WS/33x18x15[*][b][u]Daily Driver:[/u][/b] Suzuki 410 -85[/list][URL=http://www.offroad-racing.net][size=4][b]www.offroad-racing.net[/size][/b][/URL]

03-27-2004, 09:13 AM	#4
wuzabronco Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Member # 24605 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 63	I think he's talking about this style; Search for "grader ball", "trailer ball", "wishbone", you should find some threads. Last edited by wuzabronco; 03-27-2004 at 09:30 AM.

03-27-2004, 04:15 PM	#6
ZAG Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14113 Location: FINLAND Posts: 1,050	i have one link, and i love it total protection to drivedrain and you can slide over rocks maybe litle heavy __________________ [url]www.g-69.tk[/url] [URL="http://www.racelinda.fi/"]http://www.racelinda.fi/[/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/user/cocoocrawl"]http://www.youtube.com/user/cocoocrawl[/URL] [url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZKF91DMXIA]YouTube - RaceLinda Upsala 2009 Timpan kaato[/url] Last edited by ZAG; 03-27-2004 at 04:17 PM.

03-27-2004, 06:17 PM	#8
BRB Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Member # 976 Location: west coast Posts: 1,248	look at rockware.com . those guys run this and it seems to work well. terry howe is another colo springs guy who ran that setup in comps and did well with it.....hth __________________ not all who wander are drunk

03-27-2004, 01:04 PM	#5
TRDV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Member # 18149 Location: Abbotsford B.C. Canada Posts: 255	Yes similar to that, I have searched and I have found a couple threads I would just likes some opinions.

03-27-2004, 05:57 PM	#7
White Goat Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Member # 12486 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 705	any pics of the ball hitch thingy?

03-27-2004, 06:39 PM	#9
TRDV Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Member # 18149 Location: Abbotsford B.C. Canada Posts: 255	Zag, what are you using for the joints? any close ups? Mine is are radius arm bushings and they seem to be holding up well.

03-27-2004, 07:42 PM	#10
braxton357 Zeus of the Sluice Join Date: Nov 2002 Member # 14685 Location: morganton,nc Posts: 4,176	Looks like that thing would have some massive AS? Have any more pics of yours ZAG? Also, you might want to try searching for "trailer hitch" or "trailer ball" suspensions. __________________ In vino veritas 70 turbocharged 351w fastback mustang 73 linked 5.8efi Bronco 99 QCLB 4x4 twin'd cummins on meth. 98 locked beater xj on N20.

03-28-2004, 03:54 AM	#11
ZAG Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14113 Location: FINLAND Posts: 1,050	close up from the big uniball. its from very big hydram here is some build up and other shiAT PICS. just click the links under word KUVIA. http://www.phnet.fi/public/mika.jussilainen/g-69.htm __________________ [url]www.g-69.tk[/url] [URL="http://www.racelinda.fi/"]http://www.racelinda.fi/[/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/user/cocoocrawl"]http://www.youtube.com/user/cocoocrawl[/URL] [url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZKF91DMXIA]YouTube - RaceLinda Upsala 2009 Timpan kaato[/url]

04-11-2004, 01:02 AM	#12
PoopHead Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Member # 22229 Location: Mt. Lehman, BC Posts: 347	Anyone else using this? I'm curious now... __________________ 90 4Ruggy/ Dana 60's / 38" TSL's [url]www.blackflag4x4.com[/url]

04-11-2004, 01:41 PM	#13
mj Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Member # 1919 Location: BC Canada Posts: 6,907	I am building 2 rigs using that rear suspension and live just down the road as bit from you

04-11-2004, 01:56 PM	#14
Danger Ranger OMG! Flying Mini Van Join Date: Jul 2000 Member # 1234 Location: Clearlake, CA Posts: 4,480 Blog Entries: 1	I don't have any input about this type of suspension... just gotta say this pic is too fawkin wackyfunnyweirdlookin __________________ 2010 KOH/LCQ Team #1911 Aaron Beckstead/Rick Bailey www.DangerRangerRacing.com 2010 Sponsors! Tarlton and Son 4 Wheel Parts-Cleveland Ohio Susanville Transmission Bobby Walter Reid Racing Dennis and Son Trucking Automatic Gates by Morgan URJB Friends and Family! Dysfunctional Rockcrawlers

04-11-2004, 03:26 PM	#16
ZAG Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14113 Location: FINLAND Posts: 1,050	unimogs have same system.......torgue tube + panhar this kind of suspension is pretty common here in scandinavian __________________ [url]www.g-69.tk[/url] [URL="http://www.racelinda.fi/"]http://www.racelinda.fi/[/URL] [URL="http://www.youtube.com/user/cocoocrawl"]http://www.youtube.com/user/cocoocrawl[/URL] [url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZKF91DMXIA]YouTube - RaceLinda Upsala 2009 Timpan kaato[/url]

04-12-2004, 08:21 AM	#18
yager Rock God Join Date: Mar 2002 Member # 10695 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 2,317	I had a similer set up on a suspension i was testing out on my zuke buggy, it kida all broke up due to not using heavy enough material, ( i was slamming it hard) but it worked great. I love the full skid setup on the drive line... I was using a large JJ on the front of the triangle... I had even contemplated a simple rear steer using some hydrolics on/as the track bar, it didnt take much track arm length change to give noticeable steering input... good luck, build it strong... __________________ Mike Yager Current Build - Jeep TJ - http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showt...php?p=10862387

04-12-2004, 08:52 AM	#19
mj Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Member # 1919 Location: BC Canada Posts: 6,907	when there is something worth seeing I will email ya then is your truck the "used to be a 4runner"?

04-12-2004, 10:48 AM	#23
fledgling666 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Member # 11425 Location: sananto Posts: 1,364	only way it would walk is if it could move side to side- can't with a panhard. thought about using this suspension, but mine will remain a daily driver, at least for a while and it is just too iffy for me, would definitely like to see more people using it to get more input on it for future reference. __________________ [I][SIZE="1"][COLOR="Silver"]"do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law"[/COLOR][/SIZE][/I]

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